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Kae Moody Shaw

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Kae Shaw Obituary

Sunrise: March 19, 1948 - Sunset: March 17, 2008 Kae Shaw, 59, departed this life on March 17, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont surrounded by her family and friends. She was born March 19, 1948 in Mexia, TX. along with her twin sister Rae, to Anniece and John Thetford Moody. She attended school in Coolidge, TX. through the eighth grade after which she graduated from Kirbyville High School in 1966. She married Perry Shaw on July 30, 1966, and graduated from Lamar University in 1975 with a degree in speech after which she began her career in 1975 as a speech therapist for Kirbyville Consolidated Independent School District. Kae enjoyed continued employment for 33 years until the day of her death. To Kae and Perry's union were added two children, Leah Shaw Wheeler and Shelby Ray Shaw. She had a sweet and loving personality, always mindful of the needs of others: students, fellow employees of KCISD, family and friends alike. She was a member of PTA, Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, and First United Methodist Church of Kirbyville. Survivors include her husband, Perry Shaw; daughter, Leah Wheeler and husband Wayne, all of Kirbyville; son, Shelby Shaw and wife Dawn of Huntsville; twin sister, Rae Tidwell and sister Joy Roberts, both of Kirbyville; brothers, Ted Moody of Silsbee and Pat Moody of Weslaco; mother, Anniece Patterson Moody of Fairfield; grandchildren, Chance, Erin and Jacob Wheeler of Kirbyville and Adam, Cade, and Taylor Shaw of Huntsville; and one great grandchild, Karson Wheeler of Kirbyville. She was preceded in death by her father, John Thetford Moody; and her grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. John S. Moody and Mr. & Mrs. H.J. Patterson. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, at Adams EE Stringer Funeral Home in Kirbyville. A Celebration of Life will be lead by Rev. Matt Weaver, pastor of First United Methodist Church of Kirbyville, at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 20, at Central Baptist Church in Kirbyville. In lieu of flowers, a scholarship fund has been established at Community Bank of Texas, 918 S. Margaret, Kirbyville, TX 75956, acct # 3044911. She reached up and touched the face of God.

Published by The Beaumont Enterprise on Mar. 19, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Kae Shaw

24 Entries

Sharon (Martin) Burby

March 21, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Kay. When I think about the time I spent in Kirbyville and the people I grew to know and love it seems that alot of my memories include someone in this family. I am thinking of all of you and will be praying that God will get you through this. It seems I have been out of the loop for quiet some time, there are some new family members I did not know about. Hope to meet them one day and see all of you again. May God Bless You and Keep You Today & Always.

Deb Jones

March 20, 2008

Our condolences to Perry and all Kae's Children. Kae was a very special woman and considered a friend by everyone that knew her. I know she pulled me under her wing when I worked with her at school and never treated me like an outsider. Leah, you know to call if you need me. Love ya'll.
Kenneth and Deb Jones

Kena Totsch

March 20, 2008

I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura Gordon

March 20, 2008

You were a special lady and will be greatly missed. Love you, Laura & David.

Edith Havard Watson

March 20, 2008

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Paulie Dodson Oloizia

March 20, 2008

I know your family is sad about Kae passing away.I'll pray for ya'll. We just have to take one day at a time. This is the first time I have found out anything about your family in many years.
Paulie Dodson Oloizia

The Jack Ward Family

March 19, 2008

Kae has been such an important part of so many lives! Please know our thoughts, our prayers, our hearts are with all of you and your families as you go through this difficult time. Love and God's grace to you all.

Lisa Loftin-Garrett

March 19, 2008

My sincere thoughts and prayer go out to the entire family. God Bless You,

Jack and Gladene McClain

March 19, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss. Wish we could be there in person to give you all a hug. You will be in our prayers.

Brenna Rodriguez

March 19, 2008

Our prayers are with your family. You were such an amazing women!! A true role model. You were always making sure everyone was taking care of. You always welcomed me like part of the family. Love you and miss you!!

Donna Van Pelt

March 19, 2008

Although I have not seen Kae often since school days, each time we encountered each other, she had that great smile and beaming personality. My condolences to the family

Donna Middleton

March 19, 2008

Words cannot express how truly sad I am for the loss of such a magnificent woman. Kae touched many lives and made a huge impact in our community. I am keeping the entire family in my thoughts and prayers. Leah and Joy, you know how much I love you. "Friends are the family we choose for ourselves."

Paula Loftin

March 19, 2008

I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Shaw. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow. Mrs. Shaw will be truly missed.

Jack Strawther

March 19, 2008

Our Heavenly Father loaned us one of his sweetest spirits for a few short years. Kae was a wonderful person, full of smiles and laughter. I was blessed to call her an adopted sister and friend.

Jack Strawther

Pat Kent

March 19, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Kae will be sorely missed. She touched so many people. I pray God will give comfort and grace to the Shaw and Moody familes. You will be in my prayers.

David, Samantha, Haylee, Bryant, Madalyn Wheeler

March 19, 2008

Kae was a wounderful woman, mother, freind, sister, and grandmother. We love her and miss her. Like my kids tell me "She is happy and looking down at me everyday!"

Ronnie & Nita McBride

March 19, 2008

Rae,Perry & Joy. Our prayers are with you. Love Ya'll.

Beverly Leavings

March 19, 2008

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Heather Winters

March 19, 2008

Kae was a wonderful teacher and always had a beatiful smile. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Shaw family and especially Wayne and Leah Wheeler and family. Brian, Heather and Wyatt Winters

Sandra Conn

March 19, 2008

Kae was a wonderful woman, full of life and joy. Our prayers are with Perry and her loving family. I remember her laugh and smile both which were infectious.

Charles and Sandra Conn

Butch,Bertha & Shawn Parker & Boy's

March 19, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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